27/03/2023
Portadown Murder Victim Named As Alesia Nazarova
Detectives investigating the murder of a woman in Portadown have named the victim as Alesia Nazarova.
Alesia, 37, was pronounced dead at the scene of a house fire in the Church Street area of the town in the early hours of Tuesday, 21 March.
Another female occupant of the house required hospital treatment but has subsequently been discharged.
Detective Chief Inspector Rachel Wilson said: "A 25-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of murder, attempted murder, and arson with intent to endanger life. He remains in custody at this time.
"Our investigation continues, and I am appealing to anyone with information, or who witnessed anything untoward, to please get in touch. Likewise, if you have captured dash cam footage, please contact detectives on 101 quoting reference number 92 of 21/03/23."
Information can also be provided to Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at www.crimestoppers-uk.org
Alesia, 37, was pronounced dead at the scene of a house fire in the Church Street area of the town in the early hours of Tuesday, 21 March.
Another female occupant of the house required hospital treatment but has subsequently been discharged.
Detective Chief Inspector Rachel Wilson said: "A 25-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of murder, attempted murder, and arson with intent to endanger life. He remains in custody at this time.
"Our investigation continues, and I am appealing to anyone with information, or who witnessed anything untoward, to please get in touch. Likewise, if you have captured dash cam footage, please contact detectives on 101 quoting reference number 92 of 21/03/23."
Information can also be provided to Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at www.crimestoppers-uk.org
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